It feels as though we’ve been overwhelmed by a media storm in recent weeks, one that’s been hard to ignore. As a mother of three daughters, I’m compelled to share my thoughts on this particular issue: that we, as women and mothers, are failing to instill certain values in our children – both boys and girls – resulting in the fragility of the female spirit, and the predation of women by men in positions of power.

One of the beautiful things about being a boutique jewelry designer is that I have great flexibility in the work I do, and what I choose to create. I started my career designing men’s jewelry by chance: a good friend commissioned me to design a pair of cuff links for him. As my brand has grown over the years to include a myriad of permanent collections, I love to take on occasional commissioned pieces for my discerning patrons.

Bringing a commissioned piece of jewelry to life is a tailor-made process.

Perhaps the most significant realization I came to after becoming a mother was what a delicate balancing act motherhood is. Being a good mother was not simply the lessons I taught them, it was also how I carried myself and pursued my own path as a complex, multi-faceted woman, that contributed to their success.

As each spring day brings us nearer to May 14, that fête des mères, remember your mother. Learn from her. Cherish her. Consider what she sacrificed for you. Most importantly, strive every day to be someone she would be proud of.

Let me paint you a picture….a beautiful white federal building, restored to its original glory and boasting 22 classically appointed guest rooms. After a deliriously carefree day of sunning on the beach and exploring the shops in Bridgehampton, patrons return to their oasis. They’re greeted by striking works of art – a thought provoking piece of video art by Robert Wilson playing in the lobby, a hanging sculpture by Lee Bull adorning the breezeway between the event space and the barn. On warm summer nights, patrons dine al fresco on the tranquil outdoor patio, their palates tickled pink by Chef Jean Georges Vongerichten’s fare. Topping Rose House is a true respite for mind and body; an escape from the stress and chaos of modern life.

I am a boutique jewelry design company. One of the luxuries this affords me is the ability to cultivate a relationship with my patrons, making each one an ambassador of my brand. Over the years I have refined a sixth sense about those who enter my realm, and can immediately sense who will connect with my jewelry. There is an implicit alignment between their values and my own. The minute I lay eyes on them, I instinctively know who is a ZADEH man or woman.

There’s a feeling you get when you walk into a Restoration Hardware store. Each item is hand-selected, a purposeful addition to a cohesive retail environment. There is a mutual trust between Restoration Hardware and its clientele – an unspoken appreciation for and understanding of quality over quantity. Integrity over fragility. That which is classic over that which is fleeting. This ideology that flows throughout the Restoration Hardware brand is a masterful creation of their CEO, Gary Friedman.

My storyline with Gary is an interesting one that begins before we even met.

If you have read my blogs, you know that Bergdorf Goodman was my launching pad into the world of men’s accessories. Zadeh cuff links were prominently displayed in that famous rotunda at the flagship store’s 58th street entrance, and my belts were given an exclusive display in the belt department. I was on cloud nine.

“Elegance is achieved when all that is superfluous has been discarded and the human being discovers simplicity and concentration: the simpler and more sober the posture, the more beautiful it will be.” – Paulo Coelho

I’m excited to finally share these videos from my collaboration with Vanity Fair & Patron. The first video provides a little taste of what my life is like – from my home, to my bus ride to the office, my meetings with my vendors, my inspiration, and a preview of some new designs!

The second video is from the #ArtofPatron party that I was invited to, as part of the collaboration. My husband, my daughter and her fiancé all joined me – you might notice them cheers’ing in a little cameo in the video.

I feel privileged to have been a part of this project, with my favorite tequila brand and my favorite publication!

I am not sure how it happened or why, but last week I was invited to be part of a collaboration – a video series – with Vanity Fair and Patrón Tequila. They were in search of an artist whose work and life encapsulated their tag line: “it doesn’t have to make sense to be perfect.”

Last year, we launched a campaign to raise money for the Dubin Breast Center at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. It was a deeply personal initiative and one of the most important things we have done at Zadeh. We can’t stress enough how honored we have been to be a part of their amazing mission.

With your help, through sales of the Wish Bracelet, we donated over $25,000.

Last week marked our third annual pop up at the Hampton Classic Horse Show in Bridgehampton, one of my favorite weeks of the year. We have been loyal admirers of The Scout Guide Equestrian, and last week Molly and Susie came to say hi and preview the new fine jewelry collection, inspired by the timeless, luxurious, iconic aesthetic of equestrian lifestyle.

I think there’s something beautiful about tomboys – about wearing ‘boyfriend jeans’ or your boyfriend’s shirt, yet still being chic and feminine. My daughters rarely wear dresses or tight clothes, they opt for flats over heels, they wear neutral colors, they don’t take hours to get ready. In more ways than one, they are the brand.

We love meeting our clients in our studio. One of the best parts of our job is getting to know our everyday models and styling them in designer favorites.

The other day, an investment banker made an appointment to buy a few pieces for his wife. He walked into our studio in his classic cut suit, a conservative belt, traditional shoes, and an elegant watch.

I’ve been designing jewelry for about twenty years. You might expect us to be a huge company by now, in lots of stores all over the world. We’re not. We sell to a very select few high-end (and high-taste) specialty menswear stores, mostly in the US. We sell to our private clients, many of whom have been coming to us for years’ worth of special occasions. And recently, after much prodding from a lot of our clients…